#63666A Hex Color
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This mid-tone, neutral grey balances weight without appearing too dark or harsh. Its muted, ashy quality makes it a versatile choice for modern UI backgrounds or typography where you need to soften the contrast against pure white. The hex code for this color is #63666a. Because it maintains a 5.8:1 contrast ratio with white text, it ensures solid readability for small body copy.
Questions about #63666a
What is #63666a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #63666a is rgb(99, 102, 106), in HSL hsl(214, 3%, 40%) and in CMYK 7%, 4%, 0%, 58%.
Is #63666a a warm or cool grey?
#63666a functions as a cool-leaning neutral with slight ashy undertones that prevent it from feeling flat or muddy. It maintains a crisp, professional appearance that feels less sterile than pure, high-contrast greys, making it ideal for background elements or secondary typography.
Is #63666a readable on white or black?
#63666a has a 5.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.63:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.